M.Tech.

Materials Science and Technology

Curriculam and Course Content

Revised syllabus 2017

Department of Chemistry
Indian Intitute of Space Science and Technology (IIST)
Valiamala,Thiruvananthapuram-695547
M.Tech.
Materials Science and Technology
Chemistry
Curriculum and Course Content
(Revised syllabus: May 2017)
Eligibility Criteria
 M.Sc. or M.S. in Chemistry (all branches)/Physics/Materials Science/Nanoscience and
Technology (GATE papers: CY/PH /XE)
 B.Tech or B.E. or equivalent degree in Polymer Science and Technology/Chemical
Engineering/Rubber Technology/Metallurgy and Materials Science/ Mechanical Engineering/
Production and Industrial Engineering/Physical Sciences/ Chemical Technology/ Petrochemical
Technology (GATE papers: CH/ XE/ MT/ ME)

Intake
 10 students per year (4 seats reserved for ISRO candidates)

Course Structure
SEMESTER I 4 Core + 1 Elective + 2 Lab 20 credits
SEMESTER II 3 Core + 2 Elective + 2 Lab + Seminar 20 credits
SEMESTER III Project Phase I 14 credits
Summer internship
Comprehensive Viva
SEMESTER IV Project Phase II 17credits
Total 71 credits

Courses
Semester I
L-T-P Credit
CHM611 Fundamentals of Materials Science 4-0-0 4
CHM613 Mathematical Modeling and Simulation 4-0-0 4
CHM614 Materials Characterisation Techniques 4-0-0 4
CHM615 Nanoscience and Technology 3-0-0 3
CHM8xx Elective 1 3-0-0 3
CHM632 Lab 1: Modeling and Simulation 0-0-3 1
CHM633 Lab2: Materials Synthesis and 0-0-3 1
Characterization
Total credits in Sem I 20

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 Semester II
CHM621 Processing and Design of Materials 4-0-0 4
CHM623 Composites Science and Technology 3-0-0 3
CHM624 Aerospace Materials 4-0-0 4
CHM8xx Elective 2 3-0-0 3
CHM8xx Elective 3 3-0-0 3
CHM641 Lab 3: Composite and Processing 0-0-3 1
CHM644 Lab 4:Aerospace Materials 0-0-3 1
CHM646 Seminar 1
Total credits in Sem II 20
Semester III
CHM851 Project I(Literature Survey, Presentations, 10 14
Phase I of experimental work)
CHM853 Comprehensive viva 2
CHM854 Summer Internship 2

Semester IV
CHM852 Project II(Phase II of experimental work, Data 17 17
analysis and Dissertation, Viva-voce)
Total credits in Sem III 31
Total credits 71

List of Electives

CHM872 Fundamentals of Polymer Science

CHM862 Soft Materials
CHM873 Specialty Polymers
CHM864 Chemical Rocket Propellants
CHM865 Thin Films and Surface Engineering
CHM866 Mechanical Behavior of Materials
CHM874 Rubber Technology
CHM868 Advanced Characterisation Techniques
CHM875 Smart and Intelligent Materials
CHM871 Electronic, Photonic and Magnetic Materials
CHM876 Materials for Energy Storage and Conversion

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Revised Syllabus (May 2017)

CHM611 Fundamentals of Materials Science

Structure of solids, Band theory of solids, Significance of structure property relationship;
Imperfections in solids; Diffusion phenomenon, Applications of diffusion; Principles of solidification,
Thermodynamics of solutions; Phase diagrams and phase transformations, Basic definitions and
determination and applications; Heat treatment; Ceramic materials, Classification, Crystal structure,
Properties, Characterisation and applications

Detailed version
Structure of solids: Introduction to engineering materials, Description of materials science
tetrahedron, Force - interatomic distance curve, Structure - description of unit cell and space lattices,
Coordination number, APF for cubic and hexagonal close packed structures, Miller indices, Non
crystalline structures properties of crystalline and amorphous structures, Band theory of solids,
Significance of structure property correlations in all classes of engineering materials, Introduction to
texture
Imperfections in solids: Point defects- vacancy, interstitialcy, Frenkel and Schottky; Line defects-
edge and screw dislocations, Burgers vector, Forces between dislocations; Surface defects- free
surfaces, stacking faults, grain boundaries; Volume defects- precipitates, voids and pores

Diffusion phenomenon: Diffusion in ideal solutions, Kirkendall effect, Rate and mechanism of
diffusion, Fick’s first and second law of diffusion, Applications of diffusion, Concept of uphill
diffusion, Mechanisms of heat transfer
Principles of solidification and phase equilibria: Concept of free energy and entropy; Structure of
liquid metals; Energetics of solidification; Nucleation and growth, Homogeneous and heterogeneous
nucleation, Dendritic/Equiaxed growth, Origination of grain and grain boundaries, Cast structure;
Thermodynamics of solutions, Significance of alloying, Intermediate alloy phases, solid solutions and
its types
Phase diagrams and phase transformations: Basic definitions; Gibbs phase rule, Introductions to
binary, ternary and quaternary system; Construction of binary isomorphous diagram from cooling
curves, Time scale for phase diagrams, Transformations in steels, Precipitation process, Glass
transition, recovery, recrystallization and growth, Determination and applications of phase diagrams

Heat treatment: TTT curves, CCT curves, Solutionising, Annealing, Normalising, Aging,
Hardening, Tempering
Ceramics: Introduction to ceramic materials; Classification of ceramics, Crystal structure and
bonding of common advanced ceramic materials; Mechanical behavior of ceramics, Glass and glass
ceramics, Preparation and characterisation of ceramics powders; Characterisation of ceramic
materials; Applications of ceramics in advanced technologies

Books:
1. R. Abbaschian, R.E. Reed-Hill, Physical Metallurgy Principles, 4th ed., Cengage Learning,
2009.
2. D.R. Askeland, P.P. Phule, W.J. Wright, The Science and Engineering of Materials, 6th ed.,
Cengage Learning, 2010.
3. W.D. Callister, D.G. Rethwisch, Materials science and Engineering: An Introduction, 8th ed.,
Wiley, 2010.

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 4. B.S. Mitchell, An Introduction to Materials Engineering and Science for Chemical and
Materials Engineers, 1st ed., Wiley- Interscience, 2003.
5. C. Kittel, Introduction to Solid State Physics, 8th ed., Wiley, 2005.
6. V. Singh, Physical Metallurgy, 1st ed., 2008.
7. S.H. Avener, Introduction to Physical Metallurgy, 2nd ed., Tata McGraw-Hill Education,
2011.
8. V. Raghavan, Materials Science & Engineering: A first course, 5th ed., PHI Learning, 2004.
9. W.D. Kingery, Introduction to Ceramics, 2nd ed., John Wiley & Sons, 1999.

CHM613 Mathematical Modeling and Simulation

Computational modeling and simulation for Material Science; Mathematical concepts; Introduction to
solution techniques for Ordinary differential equations, Partial differential equations, Molecular
mechanics- Force Field Methods, Postulates of quantum mechanics, The Born-Oppenheimer
approximation, Hartree- Fock molecular orbital theory, Self-consistent-field (SCF) procedure; Basis
sets - Slater and Gaussian functions, Density functional theory; Software for geometry
optimization vibrational frequency analysis, Symmetry analysis, Harmonics; Fundamental
frequencies, Zero-point vibrational energies; Monte Carlo methods; Microstructure modeling;
Introduction and fundamentals of transport process and process modeling-simulation-Basic laws of
fluid mechanics, Reynold’s regime, Boundary layer concept, balance equations for mass, momentum,
energy; and estimation, Heat Transfer; Governing equations and boundary conditions; conduction,
convection and radiation; Mass transfer and microstructures, Balance equations for mass transfer,
Ideal reactors, Modeling of ideal reactors

Detailed version
Introduction:Computational modeling and simulation for Materials Science, Formulation of
physicochemical problems, Solution techniques for ordinary differential equations and partial
differential equations, Numerical solution methods: Initial value problems – Explicit integration
method, Implicit integration method, Predictor corrector methods and Runge Kutta method,
Boundary value problems- Linear boundary value and non-linear boundary value problems, Finite
difference method for PDE
Scope of computational chemistry: Review of key concepts from linear algebra
Molecular mechanics: Introduction to molecular mechanics, Predicting energies, Stretching,
Bending, Torsional; Force Field Methods, Comparison of popular force fields, Associated software,
chem3D; Postulates of quantum mechanics- The Born-Oppenheimer approximation, Potential energy
surfaces, Local and global minima, Transition states, and Hessian indices; Hartree-Fock molecular
orbital theory, Variational method, Slater determinants, Anti-symmetry principle, Deriving the
Hartree-Fock equations, Hartree- Fock energy expressions for arbitrary spin-orbital configurations,
Spin integration, Restricted and unrestricted references, Self-consistent-field(SCF) procedure; Basis
sets- Slater and Gaussian functions, Contractions, Polarization and diffuse functions, Split-valence
sets, Correlation- consistent sets, Core-valence sets; Semi empirical methods- Software, Chem3D;
Density functional theory and geometry optimization, Gaussian09, GaussView, Chemcraft, Small
molecule modeling and simulations- Schrodinger software; Vibrational frequency analysis-
symmetry analysis, Harmonics; Fundamental frequencies, Zero-point vibrational energies, Gaussian
09, Gauss View, Chemcraft; Monte Carlo methods, Microstructure modeling- Diffusion controlled
growth, Interface- response functions, Transformation kinetics, Phase field modeling
Introduction and fundamentals of transport process and process modeling: Basic laws of fluid
mechanics- continuity equation, Bernoulli equation, relation between the Bernoulli and steady flow
energy equation, Dimensional analysis, Principles of model development- Balance equations for mass,

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momentum, Energy and estimation, Scaling and model simplification, Heat transfer, Governing
equations and boundary conditions for conduction; Transient conduction; Heat convection, Boundary
layers, Phase changes and solidification; Stefan condition, Fluid flow, Inertial and gravity effects;
Viscous-dominated Newtonian channel flows; Non-Newtonian flow phenomena; Power-law fluid,
Laws of diffusion, Diffusion with and without chemical reaction, Mass balance in co-current and
counter current continuous contact equipment, Operating line concept, Mass transfer and
microstructures, Balance equations for mass transfer; Equilibrium phase diagrams, Non-equilibrium
solidification; solidification with diffusion,Interfacialinstability and microstructure development, Ideal
reactors: batch reactor, plug flow reactor and continuous stirred tank reactor, reactors in series;
Modeling of ideal reactors and multiple reactors.

Books:
1. R. D. Rice, D. D. Do, Applied Mathematics and Modeling for Chemical Engineers, 2nd ed.,
John Wiley and Sons, 2012.
2. I.N. Levine, Quantum Chemistry, 6th ed., Prentice Hall, 2009.
3. J.A. Dantzig, C.L. Tucker, Modeling in Materials Processing, 1sted., Cambridge University
Press, 2001.
4. J. Welty, C. E. Wicks, G. L. Rorrer, R. E. Wilson, Fundamentals of Momentum, Heat and
Mass Transfer, 5th ed., Wiley, 2007.
References:
1. A.R. Leach, Molecular modeling: Principles and Applications, 2nd ed., Pearson-Prentice Hall,
2001.
2. J. P. Lowe, K.A. Peterson, Quantum Chemistry, 3rd ed., Elsevier Academic Press, 2006.
3. B. Pross, Theoretical and Physical Principles of Organic Reactivity, John Wiley and Sons,
1995.
4. E.G. Lewars, Computational Chemistry, Springer, 2003. P.S. Ghosdastidar, Computer
Simulation of Flow and Heat Transfer, Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi, 1998.
5. O. Levenspiel, Chemical Reaction Engineering, 3rd edition, John Wiley, 1999.
6. K. Muralidhar, T. Sundararajan, Computational Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer, 2nd ed.,
Narosa Publishing House, 1995.
7. H.C. Fogler, Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering, 4th edition, Prentice-Hall, Inc.
2006.

CHM614 Materials Characterisation Techniques

Introduction to materials and characterisation techniques; Spectroscopic methods- AAS, AES and
AFS,UV-Visible and vibrational spectroscopy- Infrared and Raman, Electron spectroscopies- X-ray
photoelectron spectroscopy, Ultra-violet photoelectron spectroscopy, Auger electron spectroscopy; X-
ray techniques- X-ray diffraction, X-ray fluorescence spectrometry; Optical microscopy, Electron
microscopy- SEM, TEM; Scanning Probe microscopies- STM and AFM; Thermal analysis- TGA,
DTA, DSC, DMA, TMA and DMTA; Electrical and magnetic properties- two probe and four probe
methods, VSM method; Non-destructive testing

Detailed version
Introduction: Comparison of major techniques, Advantages and disadvantages
Spectroscopic methods: Atomic absorption spectrometry (AAS), Atomic fluorescence spectrometry
(AFS) and Atomic emission spectrometry (AES)- Fundamentals, instrumentation and applications,
UV-visible spectroscopy- Beer’s law, Instrumentation, Solvent effects, Quantitative analysis;
Vibrational spectroscopy- Raman and Infrared, Principles of vibrational spectroscopy, Infrared and

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Raman activity, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, Instrumentation, Raman spectroscopy,
Micro Raman, Raman imaging, Applications
Electron spectroscopies: X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Ultra-violet photoelectron
spectroscopy (UPS), Auger electron spectroscopy (AES), Atomic model and electron configuration,
Principles of XPS and AES, Chemical shift, Depth profiling, Instrumentation, Applications
X-ray techniques: X-ray diffraction- Generation and characteristics of x-ray, Lattice planes and
Bragg’s law, Theory of diffraction, Wide angle XRD; X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy- Fundamental
principles, Chemical analysis, Wave length dispersive spectroscopy and energy dispersive
spectroscopy,
Optical Microscopy: Image formation, Resolution, Aberrations, Imaging modes, Specimen
preparation, Confocal microscopy
Electron microscopy: Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Instrumentation, Electron beam-
specimen interaction, Specimen preparation, Energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) in electron
microscopes; Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) - Basics of TEM, Electron sources, Specimen
preparation, Image modes, Image contrast, Electron diffraction, understanding diffraction pattern,
High resolution TEM
Scanning Probe Microscopies: Scanning tunneling microscope (STM) and Atomic force microscope
(AFM) - Working principles, working modes, Image artifacts
Thermal analysis: Thermo gravimetric analysis (TGA), Differential thermal analysis (DTA),
Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), Dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA), Thermomechanical
analysis (TMA) and Dynamic mechanical thermal analysis (DMTA), Basic theory, Instrumentation
and applications
Electrical and magnetic properties: Two probe and four probe methods for electrical
characterisation, Vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM) for magnetic property analysis
Non-destructive testing: Radiography, Ultrasonic, Acoustic emission, Thermography, Holography,
Basic principles, Applications in airframe and rocketry

Books:
1. S. Zhang, Lin Li, A. Kumar, Materials Characterisation Techniques, CRC press, 2008.
2. Y. Leng, Materials Characterisation: Introduction to Microscopic and Spectroscopic Methods,
John Wiley & Sons (Asia), 2008.
3. D.A. Skoog, F.J. Holler, S. R. Crouch, Instrumental Analysis, Cengage Learning, 2007.
4. W. Kemp, Organic Spectroscopy, 3rd ed., Pagrave, 2007.
5. W. W. Wendlandt, Thermal Methods of Analysis, John Wiley, 1974.
6. B. Raj, T. Jayakumar, M. Thavasimuthu, Practical Non-Destructive Testing, 2nd ed., Narosa
Publishing House, 2002.
References:
1. R.M. Silverstein, Spectrometric identification of organic compounds, 7th ed., John Wiley and
Sons, 2007.
2. C.R. Brundle, C.A. Evans, S. Wilson, Encyclopedia of Materials Characterisation,
Butterworth-Heineman, 1992.

CHM615 Nanoscience and Technology

Introduction- Size and shape dependent properties and their uniqueness; surface characteristics and
stabilization; Quantum confinement; Zero dimensional, one dimensional and two dimensional
nanostructures - Processing of nanomaterials- down and bottom up approaches-metal nanoparticles,
quantum dots, nanoclusters, carbon based nanomaterials, core-shells, organic, inorganic, hybrid

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nanomaterials, biomimetic nanomaterials. – Techniques for characterization and property evaluation-
relevant applications- societal implications and risk factors

Detailed Version
General introduction and theory of nanomaterials- History of nanomaterials; Size and shape
dependant properties and their uniqueness; Energy at nanoscale - surface characteristics and
electrostatic and steric stabilization - Quantum confinement - zero dimensional, one dimensional and
two dimensional nanostructures
Synthesis of nanomaterials- Introduction to nanoparticle synthesis – top-down and bottom up
approaches - physical nanofabrication techniques (PVD, MBE, CVD, self-assembly, lithographic
techniques etc.) and wet chemical methods for the synthesis of zero dimensional one dimensional and
two dimensional nanostructures-metal nanoparticles, quantum dots, nanoclusters, nanowires and
rods, thin films
Functional nanomaterials- Synthesis, properties and applications of organic, inorganic, hybrid
nanomaterials – core-shells, nanoshells, self-assembled nanostructures, superlattices, nanoceramics
metallic, polymeric and ceramic nanocomposites, nanoporous materials, nanofluids, nanolayers and
carbon based nano materials - Occurrence, production, purification, properties and applications of
fullerene, carbon nanotube, graphene, carbon onion, nanodiamond and films, Biomimetic
nanomaterials - introduction to biomimetics, mimicking mechanisms found in nature, synthesis and
applications of bioinspired nanomaterials and self-assemblies
Applications of nanomaterials- Application of nanomaterials in healthcare, biosenors, coatings
environment, catalysis, agriculture, automotives, sensors, electronics, photonics, information
technology, quantum computing, energy and aerospace sectors.

Books:
1. K. J. Klabunde and R.M. Richards (Eds.), Nanoscale Materials in Chemistry, 2nd Edn., John
Wiley & Sons, 2009.
2. T. Pradeep, Nano: The Essentials, McGraw-Hill (India) Pvt Limited, 2008.
3. Bharat Bhushan, (Ed.), Handbook of Nanotechnology, Springer, 2007.
4. Carl C. Koch (Ed.), Nanostructured Materials: Processing Propertiesand Applications,
William Andrew Inc., 2007.
5. Anke Krueger, Carbon Materials and Nanotechnology, Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co.
KGaA, 2010.
6. Cao, G., Nanostructures and Nanomaterials Synthesis, Properties, and Applications, Imperial
College Press, 2004.
7. Wang, Z. L., (Ed.), Characterization of nanophase materials, Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH,
2000.
8. Garcia-Martinez, J., (Ed.), Nanotechnology for the Energy Challenge. Wiley-VCH Verlag
GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim, 2009.
9. Goddard III W.A., et. al.,(Ed.), Handbook of Nanoscience, Engineering, and Technology,
Taylor & Francis Group, 2007.
10. B.P.S. Chauhan (Ed), Hybrid Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Characterization, and
Applications,Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH, 2011.
11. J. Lei andF.Lin, Bioinspired Intelligent Nanostructured Interfacial Materials, World
Scientific Publishing Company, 2010.
12. Challa S. S. R. Kumar (Ed.) Biomimetic and Bioinspired Nanomaterials, Wiley-VCH Verlag
GmbH, 2010.

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 CHM621 Processing and Design of Materials
Introduction to materials processing; Polymer processing, rheology of polymeric materials,
Compounding and processing of plastics and rubbers, fibre spinning and manufacturing processes.
Ceramic processing, Pressing, CIP, HIP, Slurry processing, Slip casting, Pressure casting, Tape
casting, Gel casting, Rapid prototyping,Sol-gel processing, Thermal and plasma spraying, Thick and
thin film coatings; Metallic processing, Casting process, Solidification and volume shrinkage, Casting
design and defects; Fundamentals of deformation processing, Hot and cold working, Metal removal
process; Introduction to nontraditional machining; Metal joining process, Welding, Brazing and
soldering; Introduction to powder Metallurgy; Design aspects, Materials selection and design,
Normalization of properties, Weighting factors, Materials performance index; Design of engineering
structures, Case studies, Modern metallic, Ceramic, Polymeric and biomaterials devices and
components

Detailed version
Introduction: Materials processing science with special emphasis on processing of polymers,
ceramics and metals
Polymer processing: Rheology of polymeric materials, Compounding of plastics, processing
techniques: Compression, Transfer, injection, blow molding, Extrusion, Calendaring, Thermoforming,
Rotational molding, Compounding and processing of rubber (both latex and dry rubber) with
different formulations: Casting, rubber extrusion, Dip coating (gloves, balloons etc.), fibre spinning
and manufacturing processes.
Ceramic processing: Processing of traditional ceramics- spray granulation, Pressing, CIP, HIP,
Slurry processing, Slip casting, Pressure casting, Tape casting, Gel casting, Injection molding,
Extrusion; Rapid prototyping through Additive manufacturing, Electrophoretic deposition, Production
of ceramic fibres, Electro-spinning; Drying, Binder burnout, Green machining, Sintering; Sol-gel
processing, Thermal and plasma spraying, Thick and thin film coatings- PVD and CVD techniques;
Vapor infiltration techniques
Metallic processing: Casting process- major casting techniques, Solidification and volume shrinkage,
Casting design and defects, Fundamentals of deformation processing, Deformation work, Hot and
cold working, Few forming processes and defects; Metal removal process- Mechanical machining
methods, Single and multiple point machining, Introduction to non-traditional machining, Metal
joining process- Concepts of Fusion and solid state welding processes, Brazing and soldering,
Welding defects; Introduction to powder Metallurgy
Design aspects: General principles of materials selection and design based on requirements of
function, Property, Processability and cost; Quantitative methods of materials selection,
Normalization of properties, Weighting factors, Materials performance index; Design of engineering
structures from the atomic- and nano-scales to macroscopic levels; Case studies- modern metallic,
ceramic, polymeric and biomaterials devices and components

Books:
1. P. Boch, J-C. Nièpce, Ceramic Materials: Processes, Properties, and Applications, Wiley-
ISTE, 2007.
2. J-H. He, ElectrospunNanofibres and Their Applications, SmithersRapra Technology, 2008.
3. Z. Tadmor, C.G. Gogos, Principles of Polymer Processing, 2nd ed., Wiley International, 2006.
4. T.A.Osswald, Polymer Processing Fundamentals, HanserPublcations, 1998.
5. M.N. Rahaman, Ceramic Processing and Sintering, 2nd ed.,, CRC press
6. F.C. Campbell, Elements of Metallurgy and Engineering Alloys, ASM International, 2008.
7. J. Beddoes, M.J. Bibby, Principles of Metal Manufacturing Processes, Elsevier, 2003.

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 8. G.E. Dieter, Mechanical Metallurgy,McGraw-Hill,3rd ed.,1986.
9. E. Degarmo, J.T. Black and R.A. Kohser, Materials and Processes in Manufacturing, 9th ed.,
Wiley, 2002.
10. S. Kalpakjian, S.R. Schmid, Manufacturing Engineering and Technology, 6th ed., Pearson,
2009.

CHM623 Composite Science and Technology

Introduction to Composite Materials, Classification, reinforcement; Polymer matrix
composites,Thermoplastic and thermosetting resins, Common matrix reinforcement system; Concept
of A stage, B stage and C stage resins; Particulate and fibre filled composites, Short fibre composites,
Theories of stress transfer; Continuous fibre composites, Failure mechanism and strength, Halpin-Tsai
equations, Prediction of Poisson’s ratio, Various failure modes; Specialty composites, Composites for
satellites and advanced launch vehicles, Design considerations, PMC- for structural composites,
MMC- design, Silicon carbide composites; Carbon-Carbon composites, Matrix precursors,
Manufacturing considerations; Nanocomposites, Nano particle dispersion in polymer matrix,
Polymer-nanoclay and carbon nanotubes composites; Design and analysis of composite structures
macro mechanics, Micro mechanics, Laminate analysis, FE model and analysis, Manufacturing
techniques- hand lay-up, filament winding, pultrusion, resin transfer molding, processing science of
reactive polymer composites; Testing of composites, Raw material testing, NDT techniques

Detailed version
Introduction to composite materials: Definition of composites, Classification of composites;
General characteristics of reinforcement- classification, terminology used in fiber science, CMC,
MMC and PMC.
Polymer matrix composites: Thermoplastic and thermosetting resins; Commonly used matrix
reinforcement system;Fibre, Flake and particulate reinforced composites, Reinforcements used in
PMC’s- glass, carbon, aramids, boron, Roving’s, yarns, fabrics, etc.; Thermoset matrices for
aerospace components- polyesters, epoxies, phenolics, vinyl esters, cyanate esters, etc.; Thermoplastic
matrices for advanced composites- PEEK, polysulfones, polyimides, etc. concept of A stage, B stage
and C stage resins
Particulate and fiber filled composites: Applications, Function of matrix, Function of fibres,
Polymer-fibre interface, Factors influencing the performance of composite, Coupling agents, Bonding
agents, Short fibre composites, Theories of stress transfer, Analysis of short fibre composites, Critical
fibre length, Rule of mixtures
Continuous fiber composites: Analysis of long fiber composites, Longitudinal behavior of
unidirectional composites; Failure mechanism and strength, Factors influencing longitudinal and
transverse strength and stiffness, Halpin-Tsai equations for transverse modulus, Prediction of
Poisson’s ratio, Various failure modes
Specialty composites: Composites for satellites and advanced launch vehicles, Design considerations
PMC- for structural composites, Theory and application of ablatives, MMC- design, applications;
Silicon carbide composites, design, processing and properties
Carbon-Carbon composites: Matrix precursors, Manufacturing considerations, Multi directional
reinforced carbon-carbon composites
Nanocomposites: Nano particle dispersion in polymer matrix, Polymer- nanoclay composites and
polymer-carbon nanotubes composites
Design and analysis of composite structures: Macro mechanics of a lamina, Micro mechanics,
Laminate analysis, FE model and analysis

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Manufacturing techniques: Hand lay-up, Filament winding, Pultrusion, Resin transfer molding,
Processing science of reactive polymer composites, Process steps for production, Selection of
processing conditions toolings, Equipments, Carbon-carbon composites, Processing, Thermal and
mechanical properties, Quality control
Testing of composites: Raw material testing, Property evaluation at laminate level, NDT techniques

Books:
1. R.M. Jones, Mechanics of Composites, 2nd ed., Taylor & Francis, 1999.
2. T. G. Gutowski, (Ed.) Advanced Composites Manufacturing, John Wiley & Sons, New York
1997.
3. P.M. Ajayan, L. Schadler, P.V. Braun Nano Composite Science and Technology, Wiley VCH,
2003.
4. E. Fitzer, L.M. Manocha, Carbon Reinforcement and Carbon/Carbon Composites, Springer-
Verlag, Heidelberg, New York, 1998.
5. K.K. Chawla, Ceramic Matrix Composites, Kluwer Academic Publishers, 2003.
6. N. Chawla, K.K. Chawla, Metal Matrix Composites, Springer-Verlag, 2006.
7. J.C. Seferis, L. Nicolais, (Eds.) The Role of the Polymeric Matrix in the Processing and
Structural Properties of Composite Materials, Plenum Press, New York 1983.

CHM624 Aerospace Materials

Carbon based materials- carbon fiber, carbon-carbon composites, carbon aero-gels, carbon foams,
oxidation protection of carbon based materials; Ceramic materials- polymer derived ceramics,
ceramic fibers, ceramic matrix composites, thermal barrier coatings , thermal protection systems,
porous ceramics and ceramic foams, Ultrahigh temperature ceramics; materials with zero thermal
expansion-glass ceramics,Metallic materials- super alloys, titanium alloys, intermetallics and metal
matrix composites; High temperature polymers- aromatic liquid crystalline polyesters, polyamide,
phenolics, polyimide, bismaleimide, poly etherether ketones; Materials for cryogenic application,
Materials for space environment, Functionally graded materials, Evaluation of materials for extreme
environment, Materials processing and manufacturing in zero gravity.

Detailed version
Carbon based materials: Carbon fiber- precursors and production, properties; carbon-carbon
composites- production, properties and applications; Carbon aero-gels; Carbon foams; Oxidation
protection of carbon based materials
Ceramic materials: Polymer derived ceramics- synthesis, processing of pre-ceramic polymers,
ceramic fibers, Ceramic matrix composites, Thermal barrier coatings, Thermal protection systems,
Ablative materials, Silica tiles, Ceramic aerogels, Porous ceramics and ceramic foams, Ultrahigh
temperature ceramics- TiB2, ZrB2, HfB2 and their composites, Ultra-hard materials, materials with
zero thermal expansion-glass ceramics-preparation and application
Metallic materials: Super alloys, Titanium alloys, Intermetallic’s and metal matrix composites-
production, properties and application
High temperature polymers: Aromatic liquid crystalline polyesters, Phenolics, Polyimide,
Bismaleimide, Poly ether ether ketones- synthesis, processing and applications
Materials for cryogenic applications: Metals for low temperature applications, Austenitic stainless
steel, Nitrogen containing steel, Aluminium, Aluminium-lithium alloys, Titanium alloys, Cryo
insulation materials, Polymers and adhesive for cryo temperature applications

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Materials for space environment: Radiation shielding materials, Atomic oxygen resistant materials,
Space suit materials and materials for life support systems, Evaluation of materials for space
environment. Materials processing and manufacturing in zero gravity.

Books:
1. G. Savage, Carbon-Carbon Composites, 1st ed., Chapman and Hall, 1993.
2. M. Scheffler, P. Colombo, Cellular Ceramics, Structure, Manufacturing, properties and
Applications, 1st ed., Wiley-VCH, 2006.
3. W.D. Kingery, H.K. Bowen, D.R. Uhlmann, Introduction to Ceramics, 2nd ed., Wiley-
Interscience, 1976.
4. J.S. Reed, Principles of Ceramic Processing, 2nd ed., Wiley-Interscience, 1995.
5. H.M. Flower, High Performance Materials in Aerospace, 1st ed., Chapman & Hall, 1995.
6. B.Horst, B. Ilschner, K.C. Russel, Advanced Aerospace Materials, Springer-Verlag, Berlin,
1992.
7. F. Mohammad, Speciality Polymers: Materials and Applications, I.K. International publishing
House Pvt. Ltd , 2007.
8. W. Krenkel, R. Naslain, H. Schneider, (Eds.) High Temperature Ceramic Matrix composites,
1st ed., Wiley-VCH, 2006.
9. T.W. Clyne, P.J. Withers, E.A. Davis, I.M. Ward, Introduction to Metal Matrix Composites,
Cambridge Solid State Science Series, 1st ed., Cambridge University Press, 1993.
10. R.R. Luise, Applications of High Temperature Polymers, CRC press, 1st ed., 1996.

Elective courses (total 11 courses)

CHM872 Fundamentals of Polymer Science

Basic concepts, General mechanisms of polymerization reactions- synthesis, kinetics, techniques,
Structure- property relationships of polymers.Copolymerization-mechanism-
kinetics.Thermodynamics of polymer solutions, Crystal morphologies-Thermal transitions in
polymers--Characterization and Testing-Molecular weight determination- Spectroscopy techniques,
Thermal properties. Polymer degradation. Production, properties and applications of industrial
polymers and general purpose rubbers. Applications of polymers in materials processing(ceramic,
semiconductors and metals).

Detailed version
Basic concepts - Molecular forces - chemical bonding - Molecular weight studies - molecular weight
distribution-configuration-conformation-Tacticity-Transitions in polymers-viscoelasticity-types of
macromolecules-classification of polymers.
Structure and property relationships: Crystalline nature of polymers, factors affecting
crystallization, crystallization and melting, melting: factors affecting. The glassy state and glass
transition.
Mechanistic aspects:General characteristics of chain growth polymerisation, initiators, generation of
initiators, free radical, anionic and cationic polymerization, ring opening polymerization,General
characteristics of step growth polymerization, mechanism of step growth polymerization, coordination
polymerization. Kinetics of addition, condensation and coordination polymerization.
Copolymerization mechanism, kinetics.

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Polymerization techniques: Homogeneous polymerization techniques- Bulk, Solution,
Heterogeneous polymerization techniques- Emulsion, Suspension, solid phase polymerisation.
Polymer solutions: Thermodynamics of polymer solutions, Solution properties of polymers,
Solubility parameter, Conformation of polymer chains in polymer solutions, Flory-Huggins theory,
Flory-Krigbaum theory, Solution viscosity, Osmotic pressure, Molecular size and molecular weight.
Characterization: End group analysis, colligative property measurement, ultra centrifugation, light
scattering, gel permeation chromatography, Viscosity methods, IR, NMR etc. Thermal
characterization,
Mechanical properties: tensile, flexural, compressive, abrasion, endurance, fatigue, hardness, tear,
resilience, impact, toughness.
Polymer degradation : Types of degradation: Thermal, mechanical, ultrasonic and photodegradation,
oxidative and hydrolytic degradation, Biodegradable polymers
Industrial Polymers: Production, properties and applications of industrial polymers; PP, PE,PVC,
PS, polyamide, polyacrylates, polyester (PET, PBT). General purpose rubbers: NR, SBR, NPR,
EPDM etc.

Books:
1. F. W. Billmeyer, Textbook of polymer science, 3rd ed., John Wiley & Sons, Asia, New Delhi,
1994.
2. G. Odian, Principles of Polymerization, 4th ed., Wiley-Interscience, 2004
3. R. J Young and P. A. Lovell, Introduction to Polymers, 2nd ed., 2004
References:
1. M. Rubinstein, R.H. Colby, Polymer Physics, Oxford University Press, 2003.
2. P. Gosh, Polymer Science and Technology, Mc-Graw Hill, 2002.

CHM862 Soft Materials

Fundamentals of chemistry of soft materials; Basic concepts of soft materials, Various interactions,
Photoresponsive molecules and self-assembly, Micelles, Vesicles, Toroids, Colloids, Rods, Examples
of molecules forming soft materials, Instrumental techniques for morphology studies of soft materials,
Liquid crystals, Different class of gels- low molecular weight organo gels, hydrogels, basics,
classifications

Detailed version
Fundamentals of supramolecular chemistry of soft materials: The concept and development of
soft materials, Nature of supramolecular interactions for the soft materials; Noncovalent interactions,
ion-ion interactions, Ion-dipole interactions, Dipole-dipole interactions, - stacking, Cation-
interactions, Solvophobic interactions; van der Waals interactions, Hydrogen bonding, Multiple
hydrogen bonding motifs, Jorgensen model for H-bonding; Photoresponsive molecules and self-
assembly, Micelles, Vesicles, Toroids, Colloids, Rods
Self-assembly of supramolecular soft architectures: The concept of supramolecular self-assembly-
one, two and three dimensional self-assemblies, Phthalic acid based self-assemblies, Cyanuric acid-
melamine assemblies, Rosette motifs, Hierarchical self-organization, Perylenebisamide-melamine
assemblies, Oligo(p-phenylenevinylene and p-phenyleneethynylene) self-assemblies, Supramolecular
polymers resulting from quadruple H-bonding modules, Molecular capsules, Self-assembled
dendrimers, Self-assembled nanotubes; Molecular motors; Liquid crystals; Instrumental techniques
for morphology studies of soft materials- SEM, AFM, TEM, circular dichroism and dynamic light
scattering

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Gels: Different class of gels- low molecular weight organo gels, hydrogels, basics, classifications,
Structure and theory of formation, Swelling, Physical hydrogels, Ionic and hydrogen bonding in gels,
Polyelectrolyte gels, Coacervatives, Covalently bonded hydrogels, Applications of hydrogels

Books:
1. J. -M. Lehn, Supramolecular Chemistry: Concepts and Perspectives, Wiley VCH Verlag,
1995.
2. J. Steed, J. L. Atwood, Supramolecular Chemistry, 2nd ed., John Wiley, 2009.
3. J. Steed, J.L. Atwood, Organic Nanostructures, 2nd ed., Wiley VCH Publishers, 2008.
4. V. V. Tsukruk, S. Singamaneni, Scanning Probe Microscopy of Soft Matter: Fundamentals
and Practices, Wiley VCH Publishers, 2011.
5. N. Takashi, Supramolecular Soft Matter, 1st ed., John Wiley & Sons, 2011.
6. V.K. Pillai, M. Parthasarathy, Functional Materials: A Chemist's Perspective, Orient
BlackSwan, Universities Press- IIM Series, 2013.
7. S. K. Tripathy, Jayant Kumar, H.S. Nalwa, Handbook of Polyelectrolytes and Their
Applications, American Scientific Publishers, 2003.
8. B. Rolando, Hydrogels Biological Properties and Applications, 2nd ed., Springer, 2009.
9. M. Tokita, K. Nishinari, Gels: Structures, Properties, and Functions: Fundamentals and
Applications in Vol. 136 of Progress in Colloid and Polymer Science, Springer, 2009.

CHM873 Specialty Polymers

Specialty synthesis-ring opening polymerization, metathesis polymerization, ATRP, RAFT;
heteroatomic polymers; electrically active polymers-conducting polymers, piezoelectric, pyrroelectric
and ferroelectric polymers, polymers for FET, electrical and electronic applications; photoactive
polymers- photoresists, light emitting polymers, non-linear optical properties; ionic polymers-
ionomers, polyelectrolytes; magnetically active polymers; high performance polymers-polymer
concrete, high modulus fibers, polymer explosives.

Detailed Syllabus
Polymer synthesis: General features of cyclopolymerisation, Ring-opening polymerization, Ziegler-
Natta and metallocene catalysts. Metathesis polymerisation - mechanism of polymerization, Ring -
Opening -Metathesis -Polymerisation (ROMP). Living polymerization by atom -transfer-radical-
polymerization (ATRP), Reversible Addition Fragmentation Chain Transfer (RAFT), Speciality
polymers like heteromatic polymers- poly ether ketones, polyphenylene oxide,
polyphenylenesulphide, polysulphones, polysiloxanes, liquid crystalline polymers.
Electrically active polymers: Conjugated polymers, intrinsically conductive polymers, Polymers
with piezoelectric, pyrroelectric and ferroelectric properties, polymers used as insulators, polymers
used in telecommunications, power transmissions etc. Polymers used for field emission transistors
(FET), antistatic coatings, conducting adhesives, artificial nerves etc Electronic applications- EMI
shielding, Frequency selective surfaces, satellite communication links
Photoactive polymers:Photo conducting polymers, polymers used in optical applications, photo
resists and semiconductor fabrication, Light emission in polymers, Semi conducting materials as light
emitting materials, Polymeric materials for second order nonlinear optical properties, photorefractive
polymers, Polymers with high two photon activities.
Ionic Polymers: Ionic polymers (ionomers)-ionomers based on polyethylene, PTFE,
polystyrene;Elastomeric ionomers; Polyelectrolytes - Characterization of polyelectrolytes,
Application of polyelectrolyte complexes

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Magnetically active polymers: Origin of magnetism in polymers, Iron, nickel, cobalt, ruthenium,
osmium containing magnetic polymers, magnetic polymers with conductivity.
High performance polymers: Polymer concrete, Ultra high modulus fibers, polymer binders for
propellants, Polymer explosives

Books:
1. Robert William Dyson, Speciality Polymers, 2nded., Blackie Academic &Professional, 1998
2. ManasChanda, Salil K. Roy,Industrial Polymers, Specialty Polymers, and their Applications,
CRC Press, 2008
3. Faiz Mohammad, Specialty Polymers: Materials and Applications, I.K. International Pvt Ltd,
2008
References:
1. Fried Joel R., Polymer Science and Technology, Prentice-Hall; 2nded. 2005
2. Johannes Karl Fink, Hand book of Engineering and Specialty Polymers, John Wiley & Sons,
Vol.2, 2011
3. Norio Ise, IwaoTabushi,An Introduction to Speciality Polymers, Cambridge University Press,
1983

CHM864 Chemical Rocket Propellants

Classification of chemical propellants; Liquid propellants- mono propellants and bi propellants,
Oxidizers and fuels; Liquid engines and solid motors, Selection criteria for oxidizers and fuels,
Classification of chemical propellants; Liquid propellants- mono propellants and bi propellants,
Oxidizers and fuels; Solid Propellants- Ingredients of composite propellants, Oxidizers and cross-
linked binders, Advanced oxidizers and binders; Propellant processing, Ballistic properties,
Characterisation of solid propellant, Solid motor subsystems; Space ordnance systems- introduction to
explosives

Detailed version
Fundamentals of rocket propulsion: Working of propellants- characteristics velocity and specific
impulse, Selection criteria for oxidizers and fuels, Bond energy and thermo chemistry, Classification
of chemical propellants
Liquid propellants: Liquid engines- liquid propellants feed systems, liquid engine cycles, mono
propellants, bi propellants- earth storable-cryo and semi cryo systems, Oxidizers- LOX and oxides of
nitrogen, Fuels: LH2, Hydrocarbons - Isrosene and hydrazines, Ecofriendly propellants, Advanced
oxidizers and fuels, Gelled propellants
Solid propellants: Homogeneous and composite solid propellants, Ingredients of composite
propellants- oxidizers, selection criteria- nitrates, perchlorates and advanced oxidizers, ADN and
HNF- manufacturing of ammonium perchlorate, High energy additives, Cross-linked binders-
polyurethanes, carboxyl and hydroxyl terminated polybutadieneprepolymers, Manufacturing of
HTPB, Functionality distribution of HTPB, High energy binders; azido and oxitane polymers,
Curatives, Plasticizers and bonding agents, Propellant processing- pot life and cure time, Solid motors
and grain configuration, Burning rate and burning rate law, Ballistic modifiers, Characterisation of
solid propellant, Mechanical properties and structural integrity; Solid motor subsystems- Insulation,
Inhibition and liner systems, Motor case and nozzle hardware
Space ordnance systems: Introduction to explosives- deflagration and detonation, Classification of
explosives, Common explosive compounds- nitrate esters, nitro compounds and nitramines, Igniters,
Safety of propellants and explosives

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Books:
1. G. P. Sutton, O. Biblarz, Rocket Propulsion Elements, 7th ed., John Wiley & Sons, 2001.
2. S. F. Sarner, Propellant Chemistry, Reinhold Publishing Co., 1966.
3. C. Boyars, K. Klager, Propellants Manufacture, Hazards and Testing, in Advances in
Chemistry Series 88, American Chemical Society: Washington DC, 1969.
4. H. Singh, H. Shekhar, Science and Technology of Solid Rocket Propellants, Printwell,
Darbhanga, 2005.
5. K. Ramamurthi, Rocket Propulsion, Macmillan Publishers, 2010.
6. Kirk- Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology, Vol. 10, Explosives and Propellants
References (for selected topics):
1. Y. Vigor, T.B. Brill, R. We-Zhen, Solid Propellant Chemistry, Combustion and Motor
Interior Ballistic, Progress in Astronautics and Aeronautic, Vol. 185, AIAA, 2000.
2. L. Nielsen, R.F. Landel, Mechanical Properties of Polymers and Composites, 2nd ed., Marcel
Dekker Inc., New York, 1994.
3. T. Urbanski, Chemistry and Technology of Explosives, Vol. I to IV, Pergamon Press.

CHM865 Thin Films and Surface Engineering

Surface dependent engineering properties; Mechanism of surface degradation and failures; Surface
theory and adhesion, Thermodynamics of adhesion, Surface modification techniques, Surface
modification of ferrous and nonferrous metals, Surface engineering by energy beams, Film
deposition techniques- Physical method of film deposition, chemical method of film deposition,
Other techniques;Inter diffusion, reactions and transformations in thin films, Properties and
characterisationof thin films, Applications of coatings as finishes for various substrates, Testing and
evaluation of coatings
Detailed version
Surface dependent engineering properties: Wear friction, Corrosion, Fatigue, Reflectivity,
Emissivity; Mechanism of surface degradation and failures, macroscopic failure modes and
microscopic failure modes; Surface theory and adhesion, Interface-interphase and adhesion,
Adhesion theories and mechanisms, Thermodynamics of adhesion
Surface modification techniques: Surface engineering by material removal and material addition;
Surface modification of ferrous and nonf errous metals- carburizing, nitriding, cyaniding, hot
dipping, galvanizing, chromating, anodizing, phosphating of aluminium; Surface engineering by
energy beams, Plasma enhanced surface engineering, Laser assisted surface modification
Film deposition techniques: Physical method of film deposition, Sputter deposition of thin films
and coatings by RF, MF, DC, Magnetron, Pulsed laser, Ion beam, Ion implantation; Chemical
method of film deposition- electroplating, electroless plating, electro polishing, electroforming,
chemical vapour deposition (CVD) and plasma enhanced CVD; Other techniques- Langmuir
Blodgett, Spin coating
Inter diffusion, reactions and transformations in thin films: Fundamentals of diffusion,
Interdiffusionin thin metal films, Mass transport in thin films; Properties and characterisation of thin
films- optical, electrical, mechanical and magnetic, structural morphology of deposited films and
coatings
Applications of coatings as finishes for various substrates:UV resistant, Atomic oxygen resistant
and antistatic coating; Optical coatings for thermal control application- thermal barrier and thermal
protective coating; Self-healing coating, Testing and evaluation of coatings

Books:
1. K. L. Chopra, Thin Film Phenomena, McGraw Hill, 1979.

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 2. M. H. Francombe, S. M. Rossnagel, A. Ulman, Frontiers of Thin Film Technology, Vol. 28,
Academic press, 2001.
3. R.F. Bunshah, Deposition Technologies for Films and Coatings, Noyes Publications, New
Jersey, 1982.
4. F. A. Lowenheim, Electroplating, McGraw Hill, New York, 1978.
5. B. Bhushan, Introduction to Tribology, John &Sons, New York, 2002.
6. G.W. Stachowiak, A.W. Batchelor, Engineering Tribology, 3rd ed., Elsevier-Butterworth-
Heinemann, 2005.
7. ASM Metals Handbook, Surface Engineering, American Society for Metals, Vol.5, 9th ed.,
1994.
8. M. Ohring, Materials Science of Thin Films, 2nd ed., Academic Press, San Diego, 2002.

CHM866 Mechanical Behaviour of Materials

Review of structure and bonding in materials; Elastic, plastic and visco-elastic behavior; Yield
criteria, failure, ductile to brittle transition; Linear elastic fracture mechanics; Elastic-plastic fracture
mechanics- strengthening mechanisms, fatigue, creep; Super plasticity- tests of plastic behavior,
embrittlement of materials

Detailed version
Concept of stresses and strains, Engineering stresses and strains, Different types of loading and
temperature encountered in applications, Tensile Test- stress-strain response for metal, Ceramic and
polymer, Elastic region, Yield criteria, Yield point, Plastic deformation, Necking and fracture,
Bonding and Material Behaviour; Theoretical estimates of yield strength in metals and ceramics,
Mechanical properties of materials in small dimensions-nano indentation
Crystals and defects, Classification of defects, thermodynamics of defects, Geometry of dislocations,
Concepts of plastic deformation by slip and twinning, Slip systems in FCC, BCC and HCP lattices,
Critical resolved shear stress for slip, Theoretical shear strength of solids, Stacking faults and
deformation bands; Observation of dislocations, Climb and cross slip, Dislocations in FCC and HCP
lattice, Partial dislocations, Stress fields and energies of dislocations, Forces between dislocations,
Interaction of dislocations, Dislocation sources and their multiplications, Frank Read and grain
boundary sources, dislocations in ceramics and glasses
Strengthening from grain boundaries, Grain size measurements, Yield point phenomenon, Strain
aging, Solid solution strengthening, Strengthening from fine particles, Fiber strengthening, Cold
working and strain hardening, Annealing of cold worked metal
Fracture in ceramics, Polymers and metals, Different types of fractures in metals, Fracture mechanics-
linear fracture mechanics- KIC, elasto-plastic fracture mechanics- JIC, Measurement and ASTM
standards, Design based on fracture mechanics, Effect of environment, Effect of microstructure on
KIC and JIC, Application of fracture mechanics in the design of metals, Ceramics and polymers
S-N curves, Low and high cycle fatigue, Life cycle prediction, Fatigue in metals, Ceramics and
polymers; Effect of stress concentration on fatigue, Size effect, Surface effects and fatigue, Creep and
stress rupture, Creep curve, Stress rupture test, Mechanism of creep deformation, Activation energy
for steady state creep, Superplasticity, Fracture at elevated temperature, Creep resistant alloys, Creep
under combined stresses

Books:
1. G.E. Dieter, Mechanical Metallurgy, 2nd ed., McGraw-Hill, 1976.
2. R.W. Hertzberg, Deformation and Fracture Mechanics of Engineering Materials, John Wiley
& Sons, 1989.

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 3. J. Roesler, H. Harders, M. Baeker, Mechanical Behaviour of Engineering Materials: Metals,
Ceramics, Polymers, and Composites, Springer-Verlag, 2007.

Reference:
1. T. H. Courtney, Mechanical Behavior of Materials, McGraw-Hill, 1990.
2. R. Hill, E. Robert, Physical Metallurgy Principles, 2nd ed., East West Press, 1972.
3. W.M. Hyden, W.G.Moffatt, Structure and Properties of Materials, Vol. 3, McGraw Hill
4. M.A. Meyers, K.K. Chawla, Mechanical Behavior of Materials, 2nd ed., Cambridge
University Press, 2009.
5. W.F. Hosford, Mechanical Behavior of Materials, Cambridge University Press, 2005.
6. R.W.K. Honeycombe, Plastic deformation of Metals, 2nd ed., Edward Arnold Press, 1984.

CHM874 Rubber Technology

Introduction to Rubbers and elastomers; Manufacture, structure, properties and applications of Natural
Rubber, Synthetic rubbers like SBR, Butyl rubber, EPDM, Hypalon, nitrile rubber etc; Chemistry and
technology of rubber vulcanization; Rubber compounding, additives used in rubber compounding;
General compound design, kinetics of vulcanization; Assessment of curing; Compression, transfer,
extrusion, calendering and injection moulding of rubbers; Manufacturing and testing of rubber
products.
Detailed Version
Introduction to Rubbers and elastomers: Elastic nature, Basic theory of rubber elasticity, Elasticity of
single molecule and three dimensional networketc
Natural rubber and synthetic rubbers: Manufacture, structure, properties and applications of
Polyisoprenes, styrene butadiene rubber, Butyl rubber, EPDM, Hypalon, silicones, butyl rubber and
halobutyl rubber, nitrile rubber, thermoplastics elastomers, latex and foam rubber.
Compounding of Rubbers: Chemistry and technology of rubber vulcanization, mastication, rubber
compounding, additives used in rubber compounding: Vulcanizates, Fillers - reinforcing and non-
black fillers, plasticizers, peptizers, accelerators, activators, softeners, anti aging additives, colorants,
flame retarders, blowing agents, deodorants, abrasive, retarders etc.. Machineries used for mixing-
Mixing mills, internal mixers, baneberry mixers etc
Curing process of rubber compounds: General compound design, kinetics of vulcanization,
chemical reactions, factors affecting rate of vulcanization etc. Assessment of curing -Viscometers,
Capillary Rheometers, Rotational Rheometers and plastometers.
Moulding Technology: Compression, transfer, extrusion, calendering and injection moulding of
rubbers.
Manufacturing technology: Manufacturing of products such as tyres, tubes, conveyor belts and flat
belts, cellular products, hose technology, cables, footwear and latex goods, rubbers used in power
transmission, O-rings, gaskets and seals
Testing of raw rubbers, compounds and rubber products
Books:
1. Maurice Morton,Rubber Technology, Academic Publishers, 2010
2. C M Blow,Rubber Technology and Manufacture, Butterworth-Heinmann, 2nd Edition, 1982.
3. Werner Hoffmann,Rubber Technology Handbook, HANSER Publishers, 1989

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References:
1. Bredan Rodgers, Rubber Compounding Chemistry and Application, CRC Press; 1st ed. 2004
2. G. S. Whitby, Synthetic Rubber, Wiley, New York, 1954
3. John S. Dick, R. A. Annicelli,Rubber Technology: Compounding and Testing for
Performance, Hanser Publishers, 2001

CHM868 Advanced Characterisation Techniques

Principles, instrumentation and applications of: Ion beam techniques- Surface mass spectrometry,
LEIS, ISS; Mass spectrometry- MALDI and ESI; SAXS, Introduction synchrotron radiation and its
applications in materials science; Vibrational spectroscopy of surfaces- RAIR, EELS, INS, SFG,
Laser Raman and other advances in Raman; Surface plasmon resonance spectroscopy; QCM-Quartz
crystal microbalance, TPD

Detailed version
Ion beam techniques: Surface mass spectrometry- Secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS),
Dynamic and static methods in SIMS, SIMS imaging and depth profiling, Chemical sputtering for
surface analysis and surface manipulation; Low energy ion scattering (LEIS), Ion scattering
spectroscopy (ISS)
Mass spectrometry in materials science: Applications of Matrix assisted laser desorption ionization
(MALDI) and electrospray ionization (ESI) in materials science
Small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS): Instruments, Applications, Introduction synchrotron radiation
and its applications in materials science.
Vibrational spectroscopy of surfaces: Reflection absorption infrared (RAIR) spectroscopy, Electron
energy loss spectroscopy (EELS)- variants and uses, Inelastic neutron scattering (INS), Sum
frequency generation (SFG) spectroscopy-theory, orientation information, Laser Raman and other
advances in Raman- Resonance Raman scattering (RRS), Surface enhanced Raman scattering
(SERS), Tip enhanced Raman scattering (TERS), Coherent antistoke Raman scattering (CARS)
Quartz crystal microbalance (QCM)- working principle, gravimetric and non-gravimetric analysis;
Temperature programmed desorption (TPD), Instrumentation and applications
Books:
1. J.C. Vickerman, I. Gilmore, Surface Analysis: The Principal Techniques, 2nd ed., John Wiley
& Sons, Inc.2009.
2. H. Bubert, H. Jenett, Surface and Thin Film Analysis: A Compendium of Principles,
Instrumentation, and Applications, Wiley-VCH, 2002.
3. S. Zhang, L. Li, A. Kumar, Materials Characterisation Techniques, CRC Press, 2008.
4. A.R. Clarke, C.N. Eberhardt, Microscopy Techniques for Material Science, CRC Press, 2002.
5. Y.Leng, Materials Characterisation: Introduction to Microscopic and Spectroscopic
Methods, John Wiley & Sons, 2008.

CHM875 Smart and Intelligent Materials

Smart materials and structures- piezoelectric materials, peizoceramics, piezopolymers; Shape memory
materials- one way and two ways SME, Training of SMAs, Functional properties of SMAs;
Chromogenic materials- principles and design strategies; Smart polymers- temperature responsive and
light responsive polymers, Molecular imprinting using smart polymers, Smart hydrogels, Fast
responsive hydrogels, Applications; Smart systems for space applications- smart corrosion protection
coatings, Self-healing materials, Sensors, Actuators, Deployment devices

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Detailed version
Smart materials and structures: System intelligence- components and classification of smart
structures, common smart materials and associated stimulus-response, Application areas of smart
systems
Ferroelectric materials: Piezoelectric materials- piezoelectric effect, Direct and converse, parameter
definitions, Piezoceramics, Piezopolymers, Piezoelectric materials as sensors, Actuators and bimorphs
Shape memory materials: Shape memory alloys (SMAs), Shape memory effect, Martensitic
transformation, One way and two-way SME, training of SMAs, binary and ternary alloy systems,
Functional properties of SMAs
Chromogenic materials: Thermochromism, Photochromism, Electrochromism, Halochromism,
Solvatochromism- principle and design strategies
Smart polymers: Thermally responsive polymers, Electroactive polymers microgels, Synthesis,
Properties and Applications, Protein-based smart polymers, pH-responsive and photo-responsive
polymers, Self-assembly, Molecular imprinting using smart polymers, Approaches to molecular
imprinting, Drug delivery using smart polymers
Smart hydrogels: Synthesis, Fast responsive hydrogels, Molecular recognition, Smart hydrogels as
actuators, Controlled drug release, Artificial muscles, Hydrogels in microfluidics
Smart systems for space applications: Elastic memory composites, Smart corrosion protection
coatings, Self-healing materials, Sensors, Actuators, Transducers, MEMS, Deployment devices,
Molecular machines
Books:
1. D.J. Leo, Engineering Analysis of Smart Material Systems, Wiley 2007.
2. M. Addington, D.L. Schodek, Smart Materials and New Technologies in Architecture,
Elsevier 2005.
3. K. Otsuka, C.M. Wayman (Eds.), Shape Memory Materials, Cambridge University Press,
1998.
4. M.V. Gandhi, B. S. Thompson, Smart Materials and Structures, Chapman & Hall, 1992.
5. M. Schwartz, New Materials, Processes, and Methods Technology, CRC Press, 2006.
6. P. Ball,Made to Measure: Materials for the 21stCentury, Princeton University Press, 1997.
7. I. Galaev, B. Mattiasson (Eds.), Smart Polymers: Applications in Biotechnology and
Biomedicine, 2nd ed., CRC Press, 2008.
8. N. Yui, R. J. Mrsny, K. Park (Eds.), Reflexive Polymers and Hydrogels: Understanding and
Designing Fast Responsive Polymeric Systems, CRC Press, 2004.

CHM871 Electronic, Photonic and Magnetic Materials

Basics- electronic, magnetic and optical properties in metals, semiconductors, ceramics and polymers;
Electronic properties- dielectric properties, Concept of doping- high, very high and ultra-high
frequency fields; Organic semiconductors, -conjugated polymers; Magnetic domains- magnetic
materials, thin films, nanoparticles, magnetoresistive materials, magnetic recording, magnetic
polymers; Optical properties- optics-ray, electromagnetic, guided wave optics; Physics of light-matter
interactions, Photoactive and photorefractive polymers; Radiation sensitive resisters, Second order
nonlinear optical properties; Applications, Electro active, Conductivity, Electronic applications,
Diodes, Transistors, Photodetector, Solar cells, Displays, Lasers, Optical fibers, Photonic devices,
Magnetic data storage and spintronics

Detailed version
Basics of electronics, magnetic and optical properties of materials- Origin of these properties in
metals, semiconductors, ceramics and polymers; Electronic properties- basics, study of conductivity,

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dielectric properties, etc. in materials; Concept of doping- Charge carriers, Dielectric properties of
materials in the high, very high and ultra high frequency fields; Organic semiconductors, Inorganic
semiconductors; Basic structural characteristics and properties of -conjugated polymers-Important -
conjugated polymers, Electrical conductivity, Photoconductivity, Charge storage capacity,
Photoluminescence, Electroluminescence
Magnets: Magneto statics, Origin of magnetism in materials, Magnetic domains and domain walls,
Magnetic anisotropy, Reversible and irreversible magnetization processes; Hard and soft magnetic
materials and magnetic recording; Amorphous and nanocrystalline magnetic materials; Magnetic
properties of thin films, Nanoparticles- amorphous and nanocrystalline magnetic materials,
Magnetoresistive materials; Magnetically active polymers- Ferromagnetism in polymers, Iron, nickel,
cobalt, Ruthenium, Osmium containing magnetic polymers, Magnetic polymers with conductivity
Optical properties of semiconductors, Dielectrics and polymers; Ray optics, Electromagnetic optics
and guided wave optics; Physics of light-matter interactions; LEDs, Lasers, Photodetectors,
Modulators, Optical filters, and photonic crystals; Photoactive polymers- Radiation sensitive resisters,
Optical properties of - and -conjugated polymers, Relaxation process in organic polymer systems,
Light emission in polymers, Polymeric materials for nonlinear optical properties- photorefractive
polymers, polymers with high two photon activities, Device design pronciples: LEDs, lasers, photo-
detectors, etc.
Electro active applications: Conductivity applications, Electronic applications- EMI shielding,
Frequency selective surfaces, Satellite communication links; Applications include diodes, Transistors,
Photodetectors, Solar cells (photovoltaics), Displays, Lasers, Optical fibers and optical
communications, Photonic devices, Magnetic data storage and Spintronics; Applications of polymers
to electroluminescence, Light emitting diodes, Optical switches, Optical fiber applications

Books:
1. T.A. Skotheim, R.L. Elsenbaumer, J.R. Reynolds, Hand Book of Conducting Polymers, 2nd
ed., Marcel Dekker, New York, Vol.1-2, 1998.
2. S.O. Kasap, Optoelectronics and Photonics: Principles and Practices, Pearson Education,
2009
3. J. L. Bredas, R. Silbey, Conjugated Polymers, Kluwer, Dordrecht, 1991.
4. M. Bikales, Overberger, Menges, Encyclopaedia of Polymer Science and Engineering, 2nd ed.,
Vol.5, John Wiley & Sons, 1986.
5. C.P. Wong, Polymers for Electronic and Photonic Applications, Academic Press, 1993.
6. J. David, Introduction to Magnetism and Magnetic Materials, 2nd ed., Chapman & Hall, 1998.
7. S.O. Kasap, P. Capper, Handbook of Electronic and Photonic Materials, Springer, 2006.

CHM876 Materials for Energy Storage and Energy Conversion

Basic principles of electrochemistry; Electrochemical energy systems, Reversible cells and
irreversible cell reactions, Primary and Secondary cells, Different types of batteries and examples,
Energy Conversion materials; Fuel cells, Basics, Various types, Mass and thermal management, Fluid
flow characteristics, Reforming, Effciency; Test methods, Role of internal resistance, General causes
for failure; Hydrogen economy, Hydrogen storage, Super/ultracapacitors; Advances in
electrochemical systems, MEMS-molecular engineering and nanotechnology-semiconductor
electrochemistry-solar energy conversion; Photoelectrochemical cells, Photogalvanic cells,
Photoelectrolysis, Computer/microprocessor based instruments for electroanalytical methods;
Photovoltaics, Introduction, PV Cells, Materials

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Electrochemistry: Basic principles
Energy Storage materials: Reversible cells and irreversible cell reactions, Primary and Secondary
cells, Different types of batteries and examples: Leclanche/Dry/Alkaline cell, Silver cell, Mercury
cell, Lead-acid battery: discharge and charging characteristics, overcharging, safety and design;
Edison Cell, Ni-Cd battery, Ni Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery, Ni-Hydrogen battery, Sodium-Sulfur
battery, Lithium-ion/Lithium-polymer battery, Discharge characteristics, Energy density
Energy Conversion materials/ Fuel cells: Basics, Various types; Alkaline FC, Phosphoric acid FC,
Molten Carbonate FC, Solid oxide FC, Polymer Exchange Membrane FC, Direct methanol FC; Mass
and thermal management, Fluid flow characteristics, Reforming; Internal/external, efficiency, Role of
internal resistance, General causes for failure; Hydrogen economy, Hydrogen storage:
Super/ultracapacitors: Advances in electrochemical systems, Semiconductor electrochemistry,
Photoelectrochemical cells
Energy Conversion materials/Photovoltaics (Non-electrochemical): Basics: solar spectra,
Fluorescence; Electron transfer: Factors affecting electron transfer; Different types and approaches:
organic solar cells, Bilayer, Bulk heterojucntion, Polymer solar cells, Hybrid solar cells (Non-
electrochemical), Materials for photovoltaics, Efficiency, Limiting factors.

Books:
1. P.H. Rieger, Electrochemistry, Prentice-Hall, 1987.
2. C.H. Hamann, A. Hamnett, W. Vielstich, Electrochemistry, 2nd ed., John Wiley & Sons, 2007.
3. B.K. Hodge, Alternate Energy Systems and Applications, John Wiley & sons, 2010.
4. A.J. Heeger, N.S. Sariciftci, E.B. Namdas, Semiconducting and Metallic Polymers, Oxford
University Press, 2010.
References:
1. A.J. Bard, L.R. Faulkner, Electrochemical Methods, Fundamentals and Application. Wiley,
2001.
2. C. Brabec, Organic Photovoltaics, Wiley-VCH, 2008.
3. N.S. Allen (Ed.), Photochemistry and Photophysics of Polymeric Materials, 2010.
4. N.C. Cahoon, G.W. Heise, Primary Battery (Vol. I & II), John Wiley, New York, 1975.

Lab courses (total 4 labs)

CHM632 Lab 1: Modelling and Simulation
Experiments:
4. Z-Matrix
5. Molecular mechanics
4. To find out the stable geometry on the potential energy surface process modelling
5. To develop a model for fully developed flow and to solve by finite difference method
6. To develop a model for steady state heat conduction in large plate
7. To develop a model for transient state two dimensional heat conduction
8. To develop a model for binary distillation
9. To study the distillation of a binary mixture through packed bed distillation column
10. To develop a model for CSTR in series with constant hold up
11. To develop a model for CSTR with feedback control
12. To study the performance of ideal reactors

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CHM633 Lab2: Materials Synthesis and Characterization
Experiments:
1. Synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials
a. Sol-gel synthesis: TiO2
b. Polymer substrate: Ag@PVP
c. Metallic nanoparticles: Ag@citrate and Au@citrate
d. CdS quantum dots
e. Graphene by Hammer’s method
f. Functionalisation of CNT’s
2. Synthesis and characterization of soft nanostructures from self-assembled molecules
3. Template based synthesis of nickel nanowires and characterization using optical & atomic
force microscopy
4. Nanocomposite (nanoclay based systems& functionalized CNTs)
5. Surface enhanced Raman scattering (SERS)- Detection of Rhodamine 6G using Ag
nanoparticle as SERS substrate
6. Evaluations of structure-property relationship in polymers: Analysis includes: molecular
weight determination, viscosity, rheology, TGA, DMA and mechanical properties of at least
four polymers
7. Determination of kinetics of spherulite growth using polarized optical microscope
8. Determination of powder dispersion using zeta potential measurement
9. Electrical conductivity measurement of polymers using electrochemical workstation
10. Diffusion and gas permeability measurement of polymer films
11. Powder synthesis: XRD characterisation, particle size, surface area analysis
12. Dependency of molecular weight of a polymer with different initiator concentration:
establishment of square root law
13. Reactivity ratio of co-monomers: Fineman-Ross method
14. Kinetics of acid catalyzed poly esterification

CHM641 Lab 3: Composite and Processing

Experiments:
1. Preparation and characterisation of compression moulded random, bidirectional and
unidirectional composites based on thermoplastic, thermoset and elastomer
2. Preparation and characterization of short fibre composites using vacuum bag, injection
moulding, extrusion methods
3. Preparation of laminates
4. Determination of fiber-volume ratio
5. Determination of tensile properties of composite
6. Determination of compressive properties and shear properties of unidirectional lamina
7. Determination of interlaminar shear strength, interlaminar tensile strength, interlaminar
fracture toughness.
8. Biaxial testing of laminates

CHM644 Lab 4: Aerospace Materials

Experiments:
1. Preparation of a high temperature thermal insulting foam and study its microstructure,
thermal diffusivity / thermal conductivity
2. Heat treatment studies on super alloys and aluminium alloys to understand the precipitation
hardening

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3. Studies on shape memory effect on Nitinol
4. Compression tests on aerospace alloys and foams for thermal protection to evaluate the stress-
strain behavior and their plastic constants
5. Single-shear and double shear testing on welded joints
6. TIG Welding of and its qualification using NDT technique such as Ultrasonic
Testing/Radiographic testing and dye penetration testing
7. Electrochemical corrosion studies on aerospace alloys using Tafel plot method
8. Metallographic studies on forged and welded metals/alloys
(a) to analyze the grain flow pattern in forged samples
(b) Analyzing the weld zone, heat affected zone and parent metal of the welded sample
9. Aging studies on aluminium alloys using differential scanning calorimeter
10. Machinability studies on aerospace alloys
11. Measurement of flammability, flame penetration time and char yield of an ablative material
12. Preparation and characterization of a ceramic matrix composite
13. Effect of ball milling time on particle size and surface area of a ceramic/metal powder
14. Fabrication and evaluation of dye sensitized solar cell
15. Studies on charge-discharge characteristics of a battery

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